To sum it up, Command and Conquer is one of the most exciting and addicting games I have played. I have stayed up way too late on many occasions unable to pull myself away. Although C&C has only 30 mission you will find it well worth your money. A warning though, many of the scenes depict graphic violence and are probably not appropriate for younger kids. Go and conquer!

Command and Conquer by Westwood Studios is fast becoming a classic within the computer gaming community. A fast paced Strategy Action game, Command and Conquer puts you in control of the noble law abiding U.N. type "GDI" (Global Defence Initiative) or the evil terrorist organization, the Brotherhood of NOD.

Ever since I can remember, strategy games have bored me. I've never cared about reliving historic navy battles on my television, or cultivating spices while infiltrating futuristic dynasties. After all, console games are about kicking ass with fast-paced action and state of the art graphics. And then came Command & Conquer. My world has changed.

If you liked playing with toy soldiers as a kid, you'll think you've stepped on a land mine and gone to heaven when you load up Command & Conquer, which enlivens the usually stodgy war game genre with nifty voice effects (order a soldier to move and he barks, ''Right away, sir!''), computer-animated video clips, and nonstop action across a rapidly expanding battlefield.

The only things missing are the long video clips, which I could do without anyway. The analog joystick control takes a little getting used to, but the excellent music remains intact. Command and Conquer's missions are fun and challenging, and you can choose to play either side of the conflict. If you like strategy games, this classic will keep you engrossed for hours on end.

With two CD's, one for NOD and one for GDI, Command & Conquer is a game that will take a long time to beat. Different routes lead to different maps, so even if you beat the game, there are maps that you haven't fought on. There are even hidden weapons in the game (can you find the nuclear weapons?). As a long time player of strategy war games, I can honestly say that this is one of the hardest. This game is a must have for Saturn owners who love this genre, and a great game for those who have never seen it before. Oh shoot, the GDI are blowing up my construction yard, gotta go!

Comparing the Saturn and PlayStation versions of C&C is an interesting exercise. Westwood has done a tremendous job with both ports of the game but the Saturn version is the one I'd go for, despite the fact that there are more missions for the PlayStation port. Obviously the video and CG clips look better on the PlayStation but I was surprised to see how much slow down the PSX version of C&C had (especially when the screen was covered with ant-like soldiers). Also, the grainier look of the Saturn port (as opposed to the smoothed out look of the PSX version) actually makes catching the smaller details a little easier on the eyes. Overall though, the two versions are nearly identical. The gameplay, audio and control are equally solid on both 32-bit systems.

Comparing the Saturn and PlayStation versions of C&C is an interesting exercise. Westwood has done a tremendous job with both ports of the game but the Saturn version is the one I'd go for, despite the fact that there are more missions for the PlayStation port. Obviously the video and CG clips look better on the PlayStation but I was surprised to see how much slow down the PSX version of C&C had (especially when the screen was covered with ant-like soldiers). Also, the grainier look of the Saturn port (as opposed to the smoothed out look of the PSX version) actually makes catching the smaller details a little easier on the eyes. Overall though, the two versions are nearly identical. The gameplay, audio and control are equally solid on both 32-bit systems. Command & Conquer for the PlayStation is a kill shot, don't let it out of your sight.

In conclusion, Command & Conquer is a great game no matter what platform it happens to be on. Even if you're not a fan of real-time strategy games, you will more than likely find this game to be an awful lot of fun. This is a must own game for anyone with a Saturn.

Imagine the best elements of Sim City 2000 combined with the blasting fun of Re-Loaded all mixed into a game containing a very high level of artificial intelligence and you have Command and Conquer. Younger gamesplayers will enjoy building up massive forces and sending them all into the enemy base for a massive showdown with the enemy, while older players will appreciate the tactical side of the game. As stated earlier, I usually hate these types of game but I can honestly say that in my opinion this is the best game I have so far played on the Sony PlayStation.

Command & Conquer is a thoroughly engrossing strategy game. Its 35 missions and increasing difficulty level should provide weeks of gaming. When you add to that mix the modem, network, and Internet options, this game gains unprecedented longevity. Command & Conquer is highly recommended.

I remember this one from the PC a while back. I'm glad to say that I like this one just as much if not more. The soldier graphics are small but extremely detailed, and the buildings are fine. The music gets a little repetitous, but the sound effects are perfect (those enemy screams get better with each kill). Plus, there are many different options within the game like all the different types of buildings and soldiers you can construct. I also like the option of sending engineers inside the enemy compounds and taking them over. And this is only the tip of the iceberg - this has the qualities of a classic. Tight from start to finish.

Overall Command & Conquer is a great strategy game and easily the best available on the PlayStation. If you're dying for intense strategy, you can't go wrong. C&C purists may want to wait until later this year, however, when Westwood releases Command & Conquer's sequel, Red Alert.

The bottom line seems to be one of origins. Virgin has upped this form to the graphic and multi-player standards of today, but failed to rework the basic engine enough to create a entirely new game. So, if you thought gathering up “money” from the surface, building bases and exploring dark territory was stupid, it still is and your dollars are probably best spent elsewhere. On the other hand, if you even remotely enjoyed DUNE II, COMMAND AND CONQUER is the game for you. It is more than entertaining enough to make up for its shortcomings, and the two CDs contain nearly a hundred hours of missions for the average gamer. If nothing else, the entertainment factor is high enough and the action fast enough to please all but the most jaded wargamers.

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Nintendo 64Electric Playground

Cheapness, solitary play and artificial foolishness aside, Command & Conquer is a fabulous game and Westwood has brought Nintendo 64 gamers the best ever version of the game. This is a must buy for any N64 gamer who has yet to experience the frantic joy of Real Time Strategy.

In conclusion, C&C is one tough game for tough Mac gamers. It is a true strategy game that should be praised in every computer magazine on the market. If you're are just beginning to get your share of Warcraft Clones or you just want to connect to Wchat and kick the world's butt C&C is one of the best games out there.

As a master of PC C&C I had great hopes for the conversion and, perhaps to Westwood’s folly, higher standards with which to judge it. It’s not a bad game because the playability remains largely intact, its just that without a multi-player or mouse control, it is unwieldy and frustrating to play. The joypad is just not accurate or fast enough to cope with game mechanics as complex as this, and given that the key to success is your speed to react, it’s a major flaw. It also represents PC technology as of two years ago, and very few improvements using the PlayStation’s custom chips or palette have been made. Initially you will find C&C frustrating to play, but patience does reap rewards. It can’t be denied though that this is a great opportunity missed...

Aside from these gripes, the game is great. I know Westwood is working on these items for their next release due out this fall, so I have full confidence I will enjoy Red Alert even more. If you are a fan of real time simulations, then C&C should be on the top of your list to get. But if you don't like sweating, biting your nails and yelling at your computer screen, you'd better stay away from this one. Enjoy!

So what's great about Command & Conquer? You've got a story that's not particularly brilliant or unique, but it's a lot of fun. You've got units with specialized roles and two competing armies with noticeably different styles. You've got a wide variety of special missions, especially under NOD, that break up the routine of building your base and smashing the enemy's. It learns lessons from Dune II, nicks a few ideas from Warcraft, and adds a few refinements of its own for a reasonably thorough and entertaining experience. While clunky by today's standards, it's still aged surprisingly well and isn't as overhyped as you might suspect.

If you can handle clicking and dragging with the analog stick and the A button instead of a mouse, Command & Conquer is an improvement over the original game. The graphics give the game a surprisingly fresh look, and the excellent control scheme keeps the game from becoming as frustrating as the PlayStation and Saturn versions of C&C.

Command & Conquer is a fine game and may get a little addictive for anyone who never got into the PC version of the game. But for anyone who ran through the old version, the N64 won't offer much in the way of new thrills beyond the new N64 missions and the 3D world. If Looking Glass had taken this same engine and used original units, vehicles and concepts we would have a runaway hit on our hands with the first RTS on the N64. However the stale taste of the old C&C takes a lot away from the current game even if it is breaking new ground on the console. The simple fact is, we've played this game several times, several years ago and while it was fun then, it doesn't hold the same thrill anymore. This is the main thing that keeps us from giving this one a higher rating. If you beat Command & Conquer on the PC 4 years ago, then you may want to pass on this one.

Although this game is a classic, it doesn't introduce anything new or creative to a genre that is desperately lacking on the consoles. Revisiting classics is fun for a while, but when so much more can be accomplished it should be attempted.